Register for the Weekend HERE 

          Friday, October 13, 2023


Mountaineer Welcome
4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. WVU Campus Recreation Center
Join us for fun and snacks at the Mountaineer Welcome! This is where you can check in, get your brunch and Rec Center passes, 'Proud Parent' buttons, meet various WVU administrators, and meet up with your student to make your evening plans. You’ll also have a chance to interact with different offices on campus that can help your student throughout the rest of the semester, such as Student Success, Career Services, Student Engagement and Leadership, and many others.  

Arts Walk
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Downtown Morgantown
Visit Downtown Morgantown and enjoy the many local artists selling pottery, prints, jewelry and much more. While downtown, stop by a local restaurant for dinner. 

 
Planetarium at WVU
6:00 p.m, 7:00pm, & 8:00pm

Join us for a tour of the Fall Night Sky, presented by Honors students enrolled in our Introductory Astronomy Lab, followed by one of our favorite full-dome films, "Dynamic Earth." Weather permitting, our Astronomy Club students will open our rooftop telescope for viewing after the show.  

Dynamic Earth explores the inner workings of Earth’s great life support system: the global climate. With visualizations based on satellite monitoring data and advanced supercomputer simulations, this cutting-edge production follows a trail of energy that flows from the Sun into the interlocking systems that shape our climate: the atmosphere, oceans, and the biosphere. Audiences will ride along on swirling ocean and wind currents, dive into the heart of a monster hurricane, come face-to-face with sharks and gigantic whales, and fly into roiling volcanoes. 

Please arrive at the front basement door of White Hall nearest to the Book Exchange, i.e. do NOT go up the front stairs; the basement entrance is on the lower right of the front patio when facing the building. This entrance is handicapped accessible. A member of the planetarium staff will let you in approximately 10 minutes before the show. Please note that we aim to start each presentation promptly on time. Once the show starts and the doors are closed, we do not permit additional guests to enter for both safety concerns and to not interrupt the show in progress.  
Thank you for your understanding. Reserve your seats here and use the following password: 4FFW2023


WVU Up All Night
10:00 p.m. Mountainlair 
WVUp All Night features activities, games, food and giveaways – all FREE to our students and their guests. You can enjoy our PC Gaming Lounge, make DIY crafts in the Vandalia Lounge or catch a movie in the Gluck Theatre. Bowling, billiards and virtual reality gaming is available in our Games Area. We’re serving snacks as well!   Who's ready for Fall Family Weekend BINGO in the Food Court? Join your student for a late-night experience like no other!
https://www.events.wvu.edu/upallnight 

Outdoor Options

WVU Adventure Activities- $$  
WVU Aerial Adventures – Zip-Line Canopy Tours  
Afternoon only      
               
Want something adventurous for your family to do? Looking to spend this Fall Family weekend outdoors? If so, participate in the WVU Zip-line Canopy Tour! Located at the WVU Outdoor Education Center, each tour will take families on an aerial tour of the University Forest while zipping among the trees. Each tour includes 7 tree-based platforms, 4 zip lines, a sky bridge, a sky ladder and a 40ft rappel. Tours typically take 2 ½ hours to complete and may be reserved online (see link below).              
Adventure Rating: Moderate  
 
Visit our website or call our office for more information. Call 304.293.5221 ext. 3 or 4 for more information.    To make your reservation, follow the link below and follow the prompts to select your preferred time, date & activity.    https://adventurewv.wvu.edu/programs/fall-family-weekend 

        Saturday, October 14, 2023


FFW Info Station
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Mountainlair, 1st Floor
If you missed us Friday night, stop by the Mountainlair Saturday morning.  This is where you can check in, get your brunch and Rec Center passes, 'Proud Parent' buttons, and ask any questions you have regarding the weekend. 

Eberly College Donuts with the Dean
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Woodburn Hall, 1st Floor
Parents are invited to stop by Woodburn Hall and meet Dean Dunaway and members of Eberly College of Arts and Sciences’ leadership team.  Ask questions, share stories, and learn more about the Eberly College and all it has to offer your students.

Conversation Sessions
9:15 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 10:45 a.m. Mountainlair
Conversation sessions are a great way to learn about various resources WVU has to offer. Each session will be offered three times. We will be offering sessions about how to get involved, how to sign a lease, caring about your student from a far, and the WVU Purpose Center. Below you can find more information: 
    • Student Success & Getting Involved- UPDATE: Cathedral Room, 2nd Floor
      • Learn about how your student can get involved on campus and what they need to be successful. Hear from our experts in the Office of Student Success and Student Engagement and Leadership.
    • Caring from A Far- Blackwater Room, 2nd Floor
      • The college experience is a fun but also stressful time for both students and family. This session explores ways to manage the necessary balance between supporting your student while providing the independence that is critical for their success in college. An expert from our Carruth Center for Counseling and Psychological Services will be presenting the information. 
    • Off-Campus Housing & Signing A Lease- Shenandoah Room, 1st Floor
      • An expert from Student Legal Services can tell you everything you need to know about off-campus housing and how to sign a lease. 
    • Purpose & Strengths- Greenbrier Room, 2nd Floor 
      • The WVU Purpose Center is a service o campus to help students find their purpose while also using CliftonStregnths. Dive deeper into your student's strengths, as well as your one, with one of our certified Gallup Strengths Coaches. 
    • FAFSA and Aid for Continuing Students - Gluck Theatre, 1st Floor
      • Join the WVU Hub for a session about FAFSA changes for the 2024-2025 year as well as renewal requirements. 

Self-Guided Building Tours
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Want to see where your student attends classes? Now you can! The following buildings will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for you to explore. Representatives from our schools and colleges will be present to guide you and answer questions. 
  • Downtown Campus
    • Reynolds Hall- Tours will be offered by the staff of the John Chambers College of Business and Economics. 
    • E. Moore Hall- Staff from Campus and Community Life will be available
    • Woodburn Hall
    • Oglebay Hall
  • Evansdale Campus
    • Media Innovation Center- Stop by the Evansdale Crossing on the 4th floor to meet with staff from the Reed College of Media. 
    • Creative Arts Center- Visit the gallery inside to see work from visiting artist, Aggie Toppins. 
    • Applied Human Sciences Building 
    • Allen Hall
    • Percival Hall
    • Mineral Resources Building 
    • Agricultural Sciences Building
 
WVU Forensics: The Crime Scene Adventure  
10:00am-12:30pm UPDATE: Oglebay Hall

Join WVU Forensics for a glimpse of life as an investigator.   Families can use their powers of observation and forensic skills to solve a “crime”. Stop by Oglebay Hall on the Downtown Campus to participate.  

Statler College of  Engineering and Mineral Resources Cookout  
11:00am – 2:00pm
Engineering Sciences Building Atrium  
All Statler College WVU students and their families are welcome to join staff and faculty at the Statler College for a cookout. There will be drawings every half hour for Statler College prizes.     **This is event is Rain or Shine.   We will move indoors if needed. 

WVU Davis College Farm Fest
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Stewartstown Rd.
Join the Davis College at their Animal Sciences Farm for their inaugural Farm Fest! Learn more about the animals, plants, soils, and insects students study all about here at WVU. There will be live demonstrations, plants and pumpkins for sale, an option to purchase food, and fun. The first 150 guests will receive a free plant. You can find more information here: https://www.davis.wvu.edu/news/2023/09/21/wvu-davis-college-hosts-first-farm-fest

WVU Volleyball Game
2:00 p.m. WVU Coliseum
Check out the WVU Women's Volleyball Team as they take on TCU at home. Families can buy discounted tickets at WVUGAME and use the promo code: FAMILYWEEKEND. 

FREE Family Photos
3:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.  Woodburn Circle
Get ready for those holiday cards! Come get free family photos taken in front of the iconic Woodburn Hall. Make sure to stop by the bookstore earlier in the day to grab those matching outfits. Sign-up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DA9AF29AAF4C07-44724656-free#/
RAIN LOCATION:   Elizabeth Moore Hall

WVU Hockey
4:15 p.m. Morgantown Ice Arena
Check out our club D1 WVU Hockey team take on George Mason at home!  Ticket info can be found here
https://www.wvuhockey.org/

WVU Up All Night
10:00 p.m.
WVUp All Night features activities, games, food and giveaways – all FREE to our students and their guests. You can enjoy our PC Gaming Lounge, make DIY crafts in the Vandalia Lounge or catch a movie in the Gluck Theatre. Bowling, billiards and virtual reality gaming is available in our Games Area. And we have snacks!  Who's ready for Fall Family Weekend bingo in the Food Court? Join your student for a late-night experience like no other!
https://www.events.wvu.edu/upallnight


Outdoor Options

WEATHER UPDATES HAVE BEEN SENT TO ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS.   CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR MORE INFORMATION.

WVU Adventure Activities- All Adventure activities for Saturday are listed below. Visit our website or call our office for more information. Call 304.293.5221 ext. 3 or 4 for more information.    To make your reservation, follow the link below and follow the prompts to select your preferred time, date & activity.  https://adventurewv.wvu.edu/programs/fall-family-weekend 
 
Aerial Adventures – Zip-Line Canopy Tours   $$  
All Da
y  
Want something adventurous for your family to do? Looking to spend this Fall Family weekend outdoors? If so, participate in the WVU Zip-line Canopy Tour! Located at the WVU Outdoor Education Center, each tour will take families on an aerial tour of the University Forest while zipping among the trees. Each tour includes 7 tree-based platforms, 4 zip lines, a sky bridge, a sky ladder and a 40ft rappel. Tours typically take 2 ½ hours to complete and may be reserved online (see link below).             
Adventure Rating: Moderate    
 
WVU Aerial Adventures  $$  
Giant Swing and Alpine Tower All Day
   
Add some adventure to your Fall Family Weekend! Located at the WVU Outdoor Education Center, the Alpine Tower and Giant Swing are two dynamic activities that allow participants to choose their own adventure level. Climb and swing among the fall colors and assist families members are they reach heights upwards of 45 feet. Families will be provided all the necessary safety equipment and will undergo a short orientation before participation. All programs operate under a “Challenge by Choice” policy – empowering participants to choose their own level of comfort as they swing and climb. Descriptions of each activity are located below:  
 
1. Alpine Tower: A dynamic climbing structure that features 6 unique routes. Participates are supported by a team of peers and family members capturing their process as they climb. Team climbing events and suspended elements are situated along each climbing route. Accessible and beginner level routes are also available. Participants may choose to be lowered at any point while climbing the Tower.  No previous climbing experience is necessary to participate.    
Adventure Rating: Moderate  
 
 
2.    Giant Swing: This specialty element is very similar to “sky coaster” activities found at amusement parks. With a maximum height of 40 ft., participants can enjoy the thrill of flight as they swing among the trees. Participates are supported by a team of peers and family members hauling them to their preferred swinging height. There is no requirement to go the entire 40 ft.  Participants may choose to be lowered at any point before they begin to swing.  No previous experience is necessary to participate.  
Adventure Rating: Moderate    
 
 
WVU Aerial Adventures  $$  
Odyssey Escape All Day  

Challenge, adventure & problem solving – all at 50 feet above the ground! Traverse across our double-decked Odyssey Course facility with family and friends - solving problems along the way. Families will be guided through this activity by a trained facilitator who will challenge them to be creative, complete tasks and have fun. Families will be provided all the necessary safety equipment and will undergo a short orientation before participation. All programs operate under a “Challenge by Choice” policy – empowering participants to opt out of participation before a group begins. A moderate to high level of physical exertion will be needed in order to fully traverse the Odyssey elements. Participants will be supported by safety lanyards and will navigate up to 4 different elements on ¼ inch foot cables. No previous experience is necessary to participate.   
Adventure Rating: High  
 
Adventure WV – Kayaking on Cheat Lake   $$  
All Day
 
Go on a kayaking adventure this Fall Family Weekend! Explore segments of Cheat Lake with family and friends. Kayak along the coast and learn new skill as you venture along this popular Morgantown recreational area. This guided experience includes all the necessary safety equipment and a short orientation before participation. This is an incredible opportunity to share an adventure together in a relaxed and supportive environment. All spots are available on a first come, first serve basis.  
Adventure Rating: Moderate  
 
Rock Climbing at Cooper’s Rock   $$  
All Day 
  
Come explore the unique climbing opportunities that are so abundant at Cooper’s Rock State Forest! Meet our Adventure WV climbing staff at Cooper’s and start with a short and gentle hike through the unique “Underlook Trail” exploring the forest floor below the breath-taking view of the Cheat River Canyon. After the warm-up hike, our climbing staff will guide you through a fun session of top-rope climbing. This includes using a harness, helmet and secure anchors and rope to climb. No prior skills required. This is an incredible opportunity to share an adventure together in a relaxed and supportive environment.  
Adventure Rating: Moderate 
     
          


     Sunday, October 15, 2023

Trick Or Trot 5k- $$
8:00 a.m. Student Recreation Center
Join WVU Campus Recreation for their 5th annual fall 5k! You can register here: https://wvugo.wvu.edu/program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=d56c3376-1a94-4e0e-b6df-b4b75b8017e9

Brunch With Your Student!
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Before hitting the road, enjoy breakfast on us from one of our three Dining Halls! Just stop by our check-in on Friday evening at the Rec Center or Saturday morning at the Mountainlair to pick up your breakfast tickets.  

FREE Family Photos- Erickson Alumni Center
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Due to popular demand, we are adding another session of free family photos! Join us Sunday morning to grab your family photo at The Erickson Alumni Center. Sign-up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DA9AF29AAF4C07-44863314-sunday#/

Sunday Morning Coffee Hour
9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Erickson Alumni Center
Stop by the Erickson Alumni Center for coffee and conversation with WVU Staff members. Get any last minute questions answered while enjoying coffee, tea, and pastries as well as great conversation. 

Yoga On The Green
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Students Recreation Center Greens
Join Campus Recreation for yoga on our Student Recreation Center greens. Class will be taught by a student instructor. Feel free to bring your own mat! Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DA9AF29AAF4C07-44720862-yoga
 RAIN LOCATION:   Inside the Rec Center, Room A

On your own throughout the weekend:

Balloons Over Morgantown

Keep your eyes on the sky throughout the weekend as hot air balloons fly over Morgantown! Every year, balloon pilots travel to Morgantown fly their hot air balloons over West Virginia hills. Check out their website to see where and how you can see the balloons: http://www.balloonsovermorgantown.com/event-schedule.html

Student Recreation Center
Evansdale or Reynolds Hall
Families can visit the Student Recreation Center during the weekend for free! Take a run on the elevated track or test your skills on the 50-foot climbing wall. You can take a dip in the leisure or lap pool and chill in the 20-person whirlpool. Hours: Friday, 6:00am – 10:00pm, Saturday, 8:00am – 10:00pm, Sunday, 10:00am – 10:00pm.  http://studentreccenter.wvu.edu/ 

Davis College Store 

The Davis College Store will be open Thursday (10/12) and Friday (10/13) from 9:00am-4:00pm. You can also catch them at Farm Fest on Saturday, 10/14! More information can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/WVUDavisCollegeStore/

WVU Bookstore
Downtown, next to the Mountainlair and Evansdale Crossing location

Show your Mountaineer spirit with gold-and-blue gear! Remember to tell them that you are here for Fall Family Weekend for your 10% discount off school spirit clothing and gifts.                 Downtown Bookstore Hours: Friday, 8:00am – 5:30pm, Saturday, 8:00am – 5:00pm, Sunday closed.                                                                                                                               Evansdale Bookstore Hours: Friday, 9:00am-7:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-3:00pm, Sunday Closed.       http://shopmountaineers.com.

The Art Museum of WVU
Evansdale

Visitors can enjoy two exhibition galleries totaling 5,400 sq. ft. in which to view art. The Art Museum presents exhibitions organized from the university art collection as well as host traveling exhibitions from other museums around the country. The building is engineered to be energy-efficient while adjusting light, humidity, and temperature within the appropriate ranges required to protect vulnerable works of art. A university classroom, collection research room, and climate-controlled storage for the art collection are designed to meet professional museum standards. The Art Museum will be open Friday-Sunday from 12:30-6:00pm. http://artmuseum.wvu.edu/

Special Library Collections
Stop by any of the libraries to check out the special exhibits: https://exhibits.lib.wvu.edu/exhibits

Visit Coopers Rock State Forest
Is there anything more lovely than fall foliage? Not in Wild, Wonderful West Virginia! Stop by Coopers Rock State Forest, located 13 miles east of Morgantown on I-68. It's a short walk to the main overlook, which features a panoramic view of the gorge and distant horizons. The changing fall leaves have never looked better! There are several trails winding through the forest and over ridges, and a number of creeks to explore. Keep your eyes open and you may see squirrels, chipmunks, hawks, owls, turkeys, fox and deer throughout the forest.  Picnic facilities are also available as well as a concession stand and gift shop.  http://www.coopersrockstateforest.com

Farmer’s Market – Downtown Morgantown
October 14, 8:30am – 12:00pm
Visit the Farmer’s Market in Downtown Morgantown for a diverse collection of more than 40 vendors to bring the freshest produce, meats, eggs, breads, and more to the Morgantown community.  http://www.morgantownfarmersmarket.org/

Hops on the Mon 
3:00p.m. - 7:00 p.m.  October 14 only 

Downtown Morgantown 
Visit Downtown Morgantown for a craft beer and food festival.  Must be 21 years of age to purchase a ticket.  More info here 

Religious Services 
Looking for local religious services in Morgantown? Follow this link for more information on the different services available.  http://binged.it/1OKHLpT


 $$ Events marked with this symbol indicate a cost involved.

 


Revised: 10.13.23